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SUMMARY:Employee Engagement & Recognition- An Innovating & Unique Approach (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Offering a new innovative and unique program to assist HR professionals with their efforts in enhance Employee Engagement\, Appreciation\, Recognition\, Retention and even Recruitment. Discuss how Tuesday’s Thanks\, a podcast\, can assist with the ability of Senior Leadership to deliver their message / vision directly to all teammates and discuss how the podcast can enhance employee morale through dedicated company episodes related to Annual Awards\, Monthly and Quarterly star performers recognition. Demonstrate the ease of this program which in turn will free up the HR Leaders time to focus on other projects for the company. \nZoom Meeting – Participants will receive link prior to the meeting
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/employee-engagement-recognition-an-innovating-unique-approach-webinar/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230602T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230602T150000
DTSTAMP:20260825T214509
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SUMMARY:Pathways to the Community
DESCRIPTION:The Arc of Loudoun strives to host inclusive\, accessible events that enable all individuals\, including people\nwith disabilities\, to engage fully. Anyone who requires a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability\nor needs language assistance should contact Eileen Shaffer at eshaffer@thearcofloudoun.org. Three\nbusiness days’ notice is requested.\nREGISTER\nHERE!\nMorning Session:\n• Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office presentation\non Internet Safety & Safety on your phone\n• Practice Traffic Stops & How to respond\nwhen an accident happens \nAfternoon Session:\n• Safety in using chargers for phones and devices\n• Practice 911 calls\n• Hazard House model\n• File of Life / Emergency contact apps
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/pathways-to-the-community/
LOCATION:The Arc of Loudoun Ally Advocacy Center\, 601 Catoctin Circle building #625\, Leesburg\, Virginia\, 20176
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230607T000000
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CREATED:20230430T140600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230430T140600Z
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SUMMARY:Co-Working Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Co-working office hour reservations can be made by emailing LoudounBiz@loudoun.gov
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/co-working-office-hours-3/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230607T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230607T190000
DTSTAMP:20260825T214509
CREATED:20230531T153740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T153740Z
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SUMMARY:Women in Technology Virtual Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:The WIT Virtual Job Fair easily connects you – in real time – with employers from the comfort of your home or office via desktop\, laptop\, tablet\, or smartphone. Whether you’re looking to break into the industry or are an established professional\, the WIT Virtual Job Fair will have something for everyone. \nOn the day of the career fair\, you’ll choose which employers to interact with\, and engage in a one-on-one chat with a representative. Share your personal background\, work experience\, and ask questions with as many employers as you’d like until the career fair ends. You’ll be able to upload your resume before the event so that employers will have your information readily available. \nJobseekers register here:WIT Summer 2023 Virtual Job Fair (brazenconnect.com) \nEmployers register here: Women in Technology (memberclicks.net) \n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/women-in-technology-virtual-job-fair/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230608T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230608T133000
DTSTAMP:20260825T214509
CREATED:20230524T164105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T164105Z
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SUMMARY:Creating a Quick Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:You have a great business idea\, but what is the next step? How do you turn your idea into a great product or service? In this webinar\, we show you how to write your “Value Proposition” and use the “Lean Canvas” to capture key ideas\, concepts and strategies about your business. When you leave the webinar\, you’ll be able to draft your own one-page business plan. \n  \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \n  \nThis webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors. \n  \nRegistration Fee: $25
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/creating-a-quick-business-plan-15/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230609T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230609T000000
DTSTAMP:20260825T214509
CREATED:20230430T140601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230430T140601Z
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SUMMARY:Co-Working Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Co-working office hour reservations can be made by emailing LoudounBiz@loudoun.gov
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/co-working-office-hours-4/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230609T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230609T133000
DTSTAMP:20260825T214509
CREATED:20230524T191810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T191810Z
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SUMMARY:Setting Up a New Business Entity
DESCRIPTION:  \nShould I register my business? What legal structure is best for my business? What kind of business insurance do I need? If you’re asking these questions\, this webinar is for you. You’ll learn what you need to do to make sure your business is able to conduct its affairs legally\, and how to take those critical first steps. \n  \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and a link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \n  \nThis webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors. \n  \nRegistration Fee: $25
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/setting-up-a-new-business-entity-11/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T000000
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SUMMARY:Co-Working Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Co-working office hour reservations can be made by emailing LoudounBiz@loudoun.gov
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/co-working-office-hours-5/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T133000
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SUMMARY:Marketing Part 1: Developing Your Marketing Plan
DESCRIPTION:Many entrepreneurs create products or services they can’t sell no matter how hard they work. It doesn’t have to be this way. This webinar will help you build a roadmap you can use to identify your ideal clients and discover a value proposition that will set you above your competition. We’ll also explain how to conduct a competitor analysis. Plus\, we will review different pricing strategies and show the impact of pricing on profits. \n  \nThis webinar sets the stage for the next webinar in the Small Business Essentials series\, Marketing Part 2: Promoting Your Business. \n  \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \n  \nThis webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors. \n  \nRegistration Fee: $25
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/marketing-part-1-developing-your-marketing-plan-15/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T133000
DTSTAMP:20260825T214509
CREATED:20230524T205626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T205626Z
UID:23989-1686830400-1686835800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Marketing Part 2: Promoting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:You’ve developed a wonderful new product or service and now you need to get customers to buy it! In this webinar we’ll walk through the most common promotional methods used by entrepreneurs\, including networking\, referrals\, social media\, content marketing\, email marketing and search engine optimization (SEO). We’ll help you decide how you can best reach your targeted customers and show you how to create your next promotional plan. \n  \nWhile not required\, to get the most out of this webinar\, please consider attending “Marketing Part 1: Developing Your Marketing Plan” first. \n  \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \n  \nThis webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors. \n  \nRegistration Fee: $25
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/marketing-part-2-promoting-your-business-14/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T200000
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CREATED:20230531T143705Z
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SUMMARY:Women in Technology Summer Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:WIT is looking to end our year with a fun kick off to summer bash! Come and see what WIT all is about as we wrap up our year.  WIT will be spending the summer planning for our kickoff events in the fall of 2023 and we need you!  We have lots of amazing programs that take people like you to help plan\, run and execute.  We will have information about all the various committees and volunteer opportunities. This is a great opportunity for you to come and meet current members and make new connections and friends!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/women-in-technology-summer-kickoff/
LOCATION:Virginia Tech Research Center\, 900 N Glebe Road\, Arlington\, VA\, 22203
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T133000
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CREATED:20230525T140449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T140449Z
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SUMMARY:Developing Financial Projections for Your New Small Business
DESCRIPTION:You’re starting or have started your new small business. Great!! But . . . you’re worried about what your sales will be\, or if you can make a profit and how you will manage your cash flow. If you need help in any of these areas\, this webinar is for you! We’ll review calculating your startup costs\, projecting sales\, creating a projected profit and loss statement and cashflow statement. \n  \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \n  \nThis webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors. \n  \nRegistration Fee: $25
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/developing-financial-projections-for-your-new-small-business-9/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T200000
DTSTAMP:20260825T214509
CREATED:20230613T173527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T202357Z
UID:24078-1687456800-1687464000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Launch Loudoun Listening Session (POSTPONED)
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED.   \nJoin us for our first Launch Loudoun Listening Session. \nNow that the Launch Loudoun program is reaching its second month\, we want to hear from you on how we are doing\, what services you are looking for\, and more. Space is limited to 50 guests\, so RSVP today! \nWhen: Thursday\, June 22\, 2023 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. \nWhere: Brambleton Library – 22850 Brambleton Plaza\, Brambleton\, VA 20148
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/launch-loudoun-listening-session/
LOCATION:Brambleton Public Library\, 22850 Brambleton Plaza\, Brambleton\, VA\, 20148
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230627T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230627T170000
DTSTAMP:20260825T214509
CREATED:20230620T203505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T203505Z
UID:24101-1687881600-1687885200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Hiring our Heroes: Tips for Success at a Virtual Hiring Fair
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to connect with your next career opportunity? Before you log in\, learn tips from Hiring Our Heroes to help you prepare for a virtual hiring fair. \nThis webinar is part of Hiring Our Heroes’ virtual education and training curriculum. Offered in collaboration with innovative partners\, these training sessions allow our nation’s military community to engage in world-class career curriculum from anywhere.essss
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/hiring-our-heroes-tips-for-success-at-a-virtual-hiring-fair/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T143000
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CREATED:20230615T141142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T141142Z
UID:24083-1687946400-1687962600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Jump Start Your Food Startup
DESCRIPTION:This training will give an overview of regulations for different types of food businesses and free and low-cost resources available to help businesses grow.  Connect with the Small Business Development Center and Virginia Tech’s Food Producer Technical Assistance Network!  This is a great opportunity for those looking to start or expand their food truck\, catering\, farmers market\, or other food manufacturing business. RSVP by June 21.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/jump-start-your-food-startup/
LOCATION:George Washington Carver Food Enterprise\, 9432 N. James Madison Hwy.\, Rapidan\, Virginia\, 22733
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T214509
CREATED:20230620T201756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T201756Z
UID:24097-1687957200-1687968000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Hiring Our Heroes: Virtual Career Summit
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re looking for work now or exploring future possibilities\, representatives are ready to meet and answer your questions. Network in real-time with over forty employers across multiple industries and access on-demand career preparation workshops — all at this free event. \nSee the full list of employers scheduled to participate below! \nEmployers Scheduled to Participate in the Virtual Career Summit:\n• AstrumU\n• CBRE\n• CNA\n• Encore Global\n• First Command\n• Hilton\n• Penske\n• Power Home Remodeling\n• Verizon\n• Cessna and Beechcraft by Textron Aviation\n• Department of the Army\, Criminal Investigation Division (CID)\n• Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office\n• General Dynamics\n• Government Tactical Solutions\n• Ignite Digital Services (previously Atlas Consulting)\n• Information Management Group\n• International League of Associations for Rheumatology (ILAR – ATDM)\n• Layton Construction\n• Limbach Company\n• Link Solutions Inc.\n• National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA)\n• Parsons Corporation\n• Precision Castparts Corp\n• PRISM Inc.\n• Protection Strategies Inc.\n• Rocket Companies\n• Sartorius\n• Sedgwick\n• SEMI Foundation\n• SkillStorm\n• Solar Turbines Inc. (A Caterpillar Company)\n• Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits\n• SQA Services\n• United States Secret Service (USSS)\n• USIC\n• Vanguard Inspection Services\n• VMware\n• Walden Security\n• Williams Companies \n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/hiring-our-heroes-virtual-career-summit-3/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230630T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230630T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T143133Z
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SUMMARY:The Middleburg Museum Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:The Middleburg Museum will have a grand opening to celebrate the town’s history. There will be a ribbon cutting and new exhibits\, hor d’oeuvres and cocktails will be served.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/the-middleburg-museum-grand-opening/
LOCATION:The Middleburg Museum\, 8 N.Madison St.\, Middleburg\, VA\, 20118
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Workforce Development
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